I planted most of the native plants twelve years ago. I had to remove old compacted lawn (lasagna method), dug huge rocks out of clay soil and built hugelculture garden beds. I add more native plants each year. No chemicals of any kind have been used for at least 45 years (no pesticides, fertilizers, herbicides etc). Some native wildflowers have been removed by the City, or neighbors, or neighbors' hired lawn service who didn't understand that many native wildflowers don't bloom all season long and the "bees" probably won't sting you. I have numerous water sources for bees, butterflies, and birds.
Which garden or space are you describing?:
How large is your yard?:
500.00
square yards
Are there low traffic areas where the soil is not turned over, tilled or plowed?:
Yes
Are there areas dead wood, brush piles or snags present?:
Yes
Are there areas with pithy twigs (elderberry, cane fruit, sumac, etc…)?:
Yes
How much of the garden is planted with flowering annual or perennial plants (including shrubs, vegetables and trees)?:
Most (more than 75%)
Are the flowering plants that you have pollinator friendly?:
Most (more than 75%)
How many flowers in your garden bloom in spring?:
10 or more
How many flowers in your garden bloom in fall?:
10 or more
How many flowers in your garden bloom in summer?:
10 or more
Are flowers planted in clumps?:
Yes.
How much mulch is on the ground?:
Some.
Is there fresh, clean water always available with a perch that bees could stand on and drink?:
Yes
Does the garden use herbicides?:
No.
Are pesticides used in the garden?:
No